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Cheap flights from New York to California from £88

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — LAX
3 May — 10 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from New York to California
Explore the most affordable flight options available from New York to California. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 April 2026.

Wed 29/414:55
EWR
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/522:10
LAS
-
EWR
Nonstop4h 51m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 31/3£160
Tue 11/818:30
EWR
-
LAX
Nonstop5h 55m
United Airlines
Tue 25/806:00
LAX
-
EWR
Nonstop5h 28m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/4£164
Tue 14/412:34
EWR
-
LAS
1 stop10h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 16/422:33
LAS
-
EWR
Nonstop4h 57m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 30/3£164
Wed 13/513:30
EWR
-
ONT
1 stop8h 41m
Frontier
Fri 12/618:47
ONT
-
EWR
1 stop14h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 29/3£170
Mon 4/506:00
LGA
-
LAS
2 stops19h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/507:15
LAS
-
LGA
1 stop11h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/4£170
Wed 15/408:00
EWR
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 15/423:51
LAS
-
EWR
1 stop13h 03m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/4£170
Mon 11/513:30
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop13h 23m
Frontier
Mon 18/519:10
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop14h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 31/3£171
Sun 19/414:55
EWR
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 27/414:59
LAS
-
EWR
1 stop13h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/4£172
Mon 4/522:55
LGA
-
LAS
2 stops16h 58m
Frontier
Wed 6/511:43
LAS
-
LGA
1 stop7h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 30/3£173
Wed 6/513:00
JFK
-
LAS
1 stop10h 51m
Frontier
Thu 7/523:59
LAS
-
JFK
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 30/3£174
Tue 28/405:59
EWR
-
LAX
1 stop9h 37m
Frontier
Sat 2/513:52
LAX
-
EWR
1 stop8h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 31/3£174
Tue 5/507:55
EWR
-
LAS
Nonstop5h 44m
JetBlue
Wed 6/510:32
LAS
-
EWR
Nonstop4h 57m
JetBlue
Deal found 30/3£174

Find flight deals from New York to California

Keep the following information in mind while searching for New York to California flight deals. Data was last updated 3 April 2026.

Round-trip from

£160

One-way from

£88

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

£298

Good round-trip deal

£268 or less

Good one-way deal

£112 or less
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 29/4-6/5
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 11m total
  • New York to California
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 29/4
  • Nonstop
  • 5h 54m total
  • New York to California
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Customise your flight search to find flights from New York to California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 3 April 2026.
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Price

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NewarkLas Vegas

EWR - LAS

EWRLAS

Newark

Tue 5/5

19:59-22:46

Nonstop5h 47m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 6/5

22:10-06:01

Nonstop4h 51m

£173

NewarkLas Vegas

EWR - LAS

EWRLAS

Newark

Tue 28/4

07:50-10:40

Nonstop5h 50m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 29/4

22:10-06:01

Nonstop4h 51m

£174

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Wed 29/4

21:30-00:24

Nonstop5h 54m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/5

07:00-14:59

Nonstop4h 59m

£175

New YorkLas Vegas

JFK - LAS

JFKLAS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 5/5

20:45-23:48

Nonstop6h 03m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 9/5

12:36-21:00

Nonstop5h 24m

£176

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

Wed 29/4

08:30-14:25

1 stop8h 55m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Sat 2/5

09:00-22:15

2 stops10h 15m

£194
Fastest return journey

NewarkLas Vegas

EWR - LAS

EWRLAS

Newark

Mon 1/6

07:30-10:14

Nonstop5h 44m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 3/6

21:14-05:00

Nonstop4h 46m

£194

New YorkLas Vegas

LGA - LAS

LGALAS

New York LaGuardia

Wed 6/5

13:25-20:00

1 stop9h 35m

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Thu 7/5

10:30-22:15

2 stops8h 45m

£207

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/6

15:30-18:46

Nonstop6h 16m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 9/6

13:15-21:50

Nonstop5h 35m

£209

New YorkLos Angeles

JFK - LAX

JFKLAX

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 9/5

12:00-15:06

Nonstop6h 06m

Los Angeles Los Angeles

Tue 12/5

20:31-05:00

Nonstop5h 29m

£209

NewarkSan Francisco

EWR - SFO

EWRSFO

Newark

Sat 2/5

07:59-11:25

Nonstop6h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 5/5

07:40-16:21

Nonstop5h 41m

£210

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Best time to book a flight from New York to California

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Everything you need to know about your flight from New York to California

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to California?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to California (average of £54). Flying from New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of £119). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from NYC to CA?

Find hourly flight availability from New York to California. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 April 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to California in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 37% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from New York to California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from New York to California. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2026.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their New York to California flight should consider departing on Wednesday at midday when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from New York to California

Explore weekly flight availability from New York to California. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 3 April 2026.

The most flights from NYC to USCA are scheduled on a Thursday (176 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (88 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from New York to California?

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to California. Reviews last updated 3 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to California, such as Alaska Airlines,Delta, andJetBlue. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,159 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,159 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,159 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,374 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,159 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
JetBlue
7.2
Good
2,913 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,159 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,578 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,159 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,159 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from New York to California. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from New York to California?

    A quick flight from New York to California can take about 5h 57m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £175. The distance from New York to California is about 2241 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from New York to California one-way?

    £56 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Alaska Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on United Airlines and Frontier, with prices starting from £71 and £81, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to California?

    The most popular route from New York to California is Newark - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl. You may also consider Newark - Los Angeles Los Angeles or Newark - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from New York to California?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from New York to California consider choosing Air Europa (93%), Aeromexico (91%) or KLM (90%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from New York to California?

    While on average a flight from New York to California is generally £272, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £97. When looking at the most popular route, (Newark - Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl), you can expect to pay £174 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from New York to California that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on New York to California flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to California?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from New York to California.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from New York to California?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from New York to California by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from New York to California?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to California (average of £54). Flying from New York to California in March is currently the most expensive (average of £119). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 6 airlines flying from New York to California

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest£109Average£291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapest£110Average£251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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JetBlueCheapest£120Average£258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapest£149Average£325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest£157Average£361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest£222Average£423FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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